MRI Technologist - Radiology - West Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health BSMH•Amberley, OH

About The Position

The MRI Technologist is responsible for daily MRI modality operations and performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging according to established protocols, working under the direction of radiologists and other physicians. The role also contributes to training and onboarding new employees and assists in supervising MRI students. The technologist operates MRI systems and related equipment, applies MRI safety principles, positions and prepares patients, selects scan parameters and pulse sequences, performs scans and IV injections, administers contrast agents, manipulates images, and completes quality assurance activities. The role includes evaluating and monitoring patients, confirming identity and procedure information, explaining exams, documenting histories and consent when applicable, screening for metal safety, and maintaining patient comfort, privacy, and safety. The technologist monitors equipment and patient condition, troubleshoots equipment issues, and reports malfunctions or changes in patient condition. Additional duties include maintaining controlled access to MRI zones, supporting quality-control and performance-improvement activities, helping the department meet audit requirements, educating patients, participating in staff and student training, and collaborating with other modalities and departments. This is a PRN position at West Hospital. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

Requirements

MRI registry from an accredited organization (ARRT) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) certification.
Alternatively, certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology, RDMS, ARRT (S), or NMTCB registration.
BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
Skills in logical reasoning, problem solving, critical thinking, organization, medical terminology, flexibility, and adapting to change.
Ability to proactively assist physicians and patients with examinations and procedures.
Ability to document unusual activities and obtain and document appropriate patient history.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and follow OSHA standards and Universal Precautions.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
One year of experience in an MRI department in a hospital setting.
Advanced MRI Registry (MR); otherwise, this must be obtained within two years.
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned tasks within an appropriate time frame and adapt to workload fluctuations.
Select and operate MRI systems, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment.
Apply MRI safety principles to minimize risk to patients, self, and others.
Position patients, enter patient information, select scan parameters, and perform scans according to protocols and physician requests.
Perform IV injections, understand the use and care of existing IVs, and administer procedure-specific magnetic contrast agents.
Manipulate images using available computer functions to visualize anatomy optimally.
Perform quality assurance tests and maintain clinical competency as required by the department.
Evaluate patients, verify identity and procedure information, explain procedures, obtain and record patient history and consent when applicable, and screen patients for metal safety.
Maintain patient comfort, privacy, and safety; monitor patients and equipment and report changes to patient care services.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions when a service engineer is absent and report malfunctions to radiology maintenance or a supervisor.
Participate in student education and instruction and orient new staff.
Participate in performance-improvement projects and assist with successful federal, state, and local agency audits.
Select appropriate pulse sequences based on established protocols and factors affecting data acquisition.
Maintain controlled access to the magnet room and Zones 2, 3, and 4.
Oversee quality-control duties and maintenance of quality control.
Work closely with other modalities and departments.
Educate patients about the exam and contrast injection, document unusual activities and appropriate history, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow OSHA standards and Universal Precautions.